2018 Internationals - Magic Circle

Been a reliable staying type for some seasons in the United Kingdom but he has certainly stepped things up this year. Sounded a warning that he was a staying worthy of attention when he raced clear to win the Chester Cup by six lengths in May before snaring the Group 3 Henry II Stakes later that month at Sandown beating Red Verdon. Is a tough and dour stayer as in his 21 career starts he has won eight races from distances of 2400 metres to 3800 metres however six of those victories came in soft conditions. Has been one of the favourites for the race after last year's Melbourne Cup winning rider Corey Brown was booked for the Cup ride.